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2025 Reunion Season & Research Updates!

  • Theresa
  • Oct 26
  • 3 min read

Time to Get Back on Track!


It's been some time since I've written, updated the TSTP website, or shared any content on the TSTP social media platforms. I apologize for this, but I'm back on track! After the August research trip and the final 2025 Reunion, I got caught up with work, followed by a week at the beach to recharge. Now, I'm ready to delve into the research documents and continue sharing personal photo collections. Additionally, I have several people to follow up with, video interviews to post, and exciting new developments on the horizon. There's a lot to do, and it's time to get moving!


Research Trip Update!


Back in August, I spent five full days at the National Archives & Records Administration (NARA) in College Park, MD. These were five very productive days as I was able to scan and save about one hundred documents each day. However, I haven't had time to really dig into these documents until now. In the weeks and months ahead, I'll pick up where I left off before the trip to NARA.


I'll keep everyone posted regarding what I am working on as I would like to get feedback, short stories, memories from those of you that were there. This is your story, more than it is mine.


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2025 Reunion Season has Come to a Close!


Reunion season always keeps me busy and moving. The prep work to get ready, the vehicle loading and unloading, the setting up and breaking down of material and displays is always well worth it. The time spent with veterans, their families, and friends is priceless. I am already looking forward to the 2026 reunions, which start up in May.


A million thank yous to everyone who helped me set up and break down at each reunion. Your help and support are greatly appreciated.


I posted these pictures (and many more) on the TSTP Facebook account, but in case you don't have social media, here are just a few of the pictures.


National Rakkasan Association/Hamburger Hill Chapter Reunion - May 2025 - Clarksville, TN & FT. Campbell, KY

The Steel Thread Project displays at entrance to Hospitality Suite.
The Steel Thread Project displays at entrance to Hospitality Suite.
The Steel Thread Project displays at entrance to Hospitality Suite.
The Steel Thread Project displays at entrance to Hospitality Suite.
Penny Grant, Stan Ohneck (Alpha Company 69-70) & David Bandelier (Charlie Company 68-69).
Penny Grant, Stan Ohneck (Alpha Company 69-70) & David Bandelier (Charlie Company 68-69).
Amanda Lamb, Jerry Deen (Bravo Company 68-69) & Kris Lamb (Grandfather was Russell Lamb, a Rakkasan in the 1940's and early 1950's).
Amanda Lamb, Jerry Deen (Bravo Company 68-69) & Kris Lamb (Grandfather was Russell Lamb, a Rakkasan in the 1940's and early 1950's).
Frankie Edwards (Bravo Company 68-69), Margaret Edwards, John Snyder (Bravo Company 68-69) and Linda Snyder.
Frankie Edwards (Bravo Company 68-69), Margaret Edwards, John Snyder (Bravo Company 68-69) and Linda Snyder.
Me, Scott Merrick (Desert Storm) and Leonard Robinson (Bravo Company 68-69).
Me, Scott Merrick (Desert Storm) and Leonard Robinson (Bravo Company 68-69).
Current Rakkasans and Daniel Creed (Bravo Company 70-71).
Current Rakkasans and Daniel Creed (Bravo Company 70-71).
Hospitality Suite - Informal Reception.
Hospitality Suite - Informal Reception.
Hospitality Suite - Informal Reception.
Hospitality Suite - Informal Reception.
Hospitality Suite - Informal Reception.
Hospitality Suite - Informal Reception.
David Bandelier (Charlie Company 68-69) and Greg West (Charlie & Alpha Company 68-69).
David Bandelier (Charlie Company 68-69) and Greg West (Charlie & Alpha Company 68-69).
Kelley Peterson - I don't think she ever left that embroidery machine - she was busy!
Kelley Peterson - I don't think she ever left that embroidery machine - she was busy!
Bruce Lemont (Delta Company 68), Alain Lajoux (Delta Company 68-69) and William Pray (Delta Company 67-68).
Bruce Lemont (Delta Company 68), Alain Lajoux (Delta Company 68-69) and William Pray (Delta Company 67-68).
Linda Harris and Don Harris (Alpha Company 68-69).
Linda Harris and Don Harris (Alpha Company 68-69).
Desert Storm Vets!
Desert Storm Vets!
Dan Bresnahan (Alpha Company 69-70), Glenn Carl (Medic 69), James Ricky Elledge (Delta Company 68-69), and Glenn's son on far right.
Dan Bresnahan (Alpha Company 69-70), Glenn Carl (Medic 69), James Ricky Elledge (Delta Company 68-69), and Glenn's son on far right.
Fred Felton (Korea 53-54) & Cherry Phillips (Korean War - Both combat jumps).
Fred Felton (Korea 53-54) & Cherry Phillips (Korean War - Both combat jumps).
Pylon Ceremony.
Pylon Ceremony.
Rakkasan Veterans!
Rakkasan Veterans!

3/187th 67-68 Reunion - September 2025 - Ardmore/Lake Murray State Park, OK


TSTP displays at the 3/187th 67-68 Reunion in September of 2025.
TSTP displays at the 3/187th 67-68 Reunion in September of 2025.
TSTP displays at the 3/187th 67-68 Reunion in September of 2025. Butch Hoke (Charlie Company 67-68) on left, John Estridge (Delta Company 67-68) in middle and Diane Ford.
TSTP displays at the 3/187th 67-68 Reunion in September of 2025. Butch Hoke (Charlie Company 67-68) on left, John Estridge (Delta Company 67-68) in middle and Diane Ford.
Me and Charlie McCraw (Charlie Company 68-69).
Me and Charlie McCraw (Charlie Company 68-69).
Frank Malec (Delta Company 67-68) and Ray Diaz (Medic - Delta Company 67-68).
Frank Malec (Delta Company 67-68) and Ray Diaz (Medic - Delta Company 67-68).
Donna Smith and RC Smith (Bravo Company 67-68).
Donna Smith and RC Smith (Bravo Company 67-68).
Alvin Dunn (Charlie Company 68-69), Me & Eddie Dunn.
Alvin Dunn (Charlie Company 68-69), Me & Eddie Dunn.
Jim Eldrige (Delta Company 67-68), Frank Malec (Delta Company 67-68), Robin Lemont & Bruce Lemont (Delta Company 68).
Jim Eldrige (Delta Company 67-68), Frank Malec (Delta Company 67-68), Robin Lemont & Bruce Lemont (Delta Company 68).
Billy Ford (Delta Company & HHC 67-68) and David Rodrigues (Bravo Company 67-68)
Billy Ford (Delta Company & HHC 67-68) and David Rodrigues (Bravo Company 67-68)
Sally Hayes & Roland Hayes (Bravo Company 67-68).
Sally Hayes & Roland Hayes (Bravo Company 67-68).
Me and Joe Cunnigham (Bravo Company 68).
Me and Joe Cunnigham (Bravo Company 68).
Jose Yepez (Bravo Company 67-68), Tammy Britt, Mike Tippmann, Jeff Pierce and James Pierce (Bravo Company 67-68).
Jose Yepez (Bravo Company 67-68), Tammy Britt, Mike Tippmann, Jeff Pierce and James Pierce (Bravo Company 67-68).
Rakkasan 67-68 Veterans!
Rakkasan 67-68 Veterans!

If you have any stories, memories, photos etc. that you would like to share, please contact me. I would love to hear from you.


Thank you for taking the time to read a bit about TSTP efforts!

Theresa Scheets

Founder

The Steel Thread Project

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